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Read the following sentence, and then answer the question.
The character had a paranormal experience when she was visited by two ghosts.
The Greek prefix para- can mean “beside” or “beyond, past.” Based on this information, what is most likely the meaning of the word paranormal as it is used in the sentence?

a.ordinary
b.imaginary
c.supernatural

The Latin suffix -ous means “having.” Based on this information and your knowledge of the prefix mal-, what is most likely the meaning of the word malodorous?

a.having a sweet smell
b.having a puzzling smell
c.having an unpleasant smell

Based on the context, what do you infer is the most likely meaning of the word alter as it is used in the sentences?

Although the cost of making phone cells is going up, the charge for connecting to the internet will not alter.

a.to change something
b.to place earth on something for observation
c.to get something dirty


Sagot :

Answer:

c. Supernatural.

c. Having an unpleasant smell.

a. To change something.

Explanation:

In the first question, the word "paranormal activities" refers to an activity or event that is beyond the understanding and capability of normal science. Thus, this word's most likely meaning is "supernatural".

Secondly, the prefix 'mal-' is used to generally refer to something that is bad, wrong, or evil. So, putting that into consideration, and the meaning of the suffix '-ous' the word "malodorous' would mean something that has an unpleasant smell.

Thirdly, the word "alter" means 'to change, to be different from' etc. So, the correct answer will be option A.

Thus, the correct answers are options c, c, and a.